Apr 13, 2020 · Few national symbols have proven as potent, unifying or enduring as the optimistic young Fox outrunning cancer for 5,373 kilometres. See the map and text below for a timeline of his legendary run. Terry Fox’s 1980 Marathon of Hope, with the months of his journey highlighted in different colours. (Map: Chris Brackley/Canadian Geographic)

Terrance Stanley Fox CC OD (July 28, 1958 – June 28, 1981) was a Canadian athlete, humanitarian, and cancer research activist. In 1980, having had one leg amputated due to cancer, he embarked on a cross-Canada run to raise money and awareness for cancer research.

Jul 28, 2020 · Dedicated to Canadian athlete Terry Fox, this 5km loop is popular for runners and walkers alike and offers a lovely trek through Central Park. Nice shaded areas and 2 ponds to run around! Can get quite busy on summer evenings but the path is …

4 hours ago · On Saturday, Terry's older brother Fred Fox returned to Mile 0, the place where it all started 45 years ago, and ran the path to the city hall as his brother did years ago.

The Terry Fox Run is an annual non-competitive charity event held around the world to raise money for cancer research in commemoration of Canadian cancer activist Terry Fox and his Marathon of Hope.

1 day ago · Terry Fox's brother, Fred Fox, went to St. John's on the 45 anniversary of the marathon of hope. Watch him run the same path his brother did years ago.

Feb 9, 2025 · Get to know this 0.2-mile loop trail near Thunder Bay, Ontario. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 4 min to complete. This trail is great for walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

4 days ago · Terry Fox – Running to the Heart of Canada provides an in-depth look at Terry’s epic 143 day, 3,339 mile (5,373 kilometres) journey from St. John’s, Newfoundland, to Thunder Bay, Ontario. It explores Canadians’ deep and abiding affection for Terry and examines his unique place in our collective memory.

Feb 2, 2025 · Terry Fox’s spirit of giving turned his fight against cancer into a national movement. He ran 5,373 kilometres across Canada, raising over $1.7 million for cancer research. His journey was cut short, but his impact lives on. The Terry Fox …